The GTA 6 News
2025
March 24, 2025
⚫︎ A mod that recreated a playable version of GTA 6's map within GTA 5 has encountered legal hurdles after Take-Two, the parent company of Rockstar, issued a copyright takedown against the modder's YouTube channel.
Read more: Modder's Attempt to Bring GTA 6 Map to GTA 5 Hits Legal Snag (Euro Gamer)
February 11, 2025
⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, has addressed concerns about GTA 6's potential influence on real-world violence. In a CNBC interview, he reassured fans and critics alike that video games, including the GTA series, reflect societal behavior rather than causing it.
Read more: Take-Two CEO Dismisses Fears of GTA 6 Impacting Real-World Violence (Insider Gaming)
⚫︎ In an interview with CNBC, Zelnick shed light on the extended development time for GTA 6, underscoring Rockstar's commitment to achieving "creative perfection." He also dismissed the idea that AI could replace the unique human creativity behind game development.
Read more: Rockstar's Quest for Perfection and the Role of Human Creativity in GTA 6 (Game Spot)
February 10, 2025
⚫︎ During a conversation with IGN, Zelnick highlighted the growing importance of PC gaming. He cited Civilization 7's multi-platform launch as a strategy, but noted that Rockstar typically prioritizes certain platforms before expanding to others, hinting at a future PC release for GTA 6.
Read more: Hints of GTA 6 Coming to PC in the Future (Video Games Chronicle)
February 5, 2025
⚫︎ EA has indicated a willingness to postpone the launch of its upcoming Battlefield game to avoid clashing with other major releases, including GTA 6, ensuring their game gets the spotlight it deserves.
Read more: EA Considers Delaying New Battlefield to Avoid GTA 6 Release Clash (Euro Gamer)
January 29, 2025
⚫︎ Steven Ogg, the voice behind Trevor from GTA 5, confirmed he won't be reprising his role in GTA 6. However, he expressed a desire for a cameo where his character would be dramatically killed off early in the game.
Read more: Trevor's Voice Actor Out of GTA 6, Wished for Dramatic Cameo (PC Gamer)
2024
December 7, 2024
⚫︎ Rockstar's strategic silence on the release date for GTA 6's second trailer is seen as a clever marketing move designed to keep fans eagerly anticipating updates.
Read more: Rockstar's Silence on GTA 6 Trailer 2: A Smart Marketing Play (IGN)
November 7, 2024
⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick assured fans that GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 won't be released close to each other, despite both games being slated for late 2026, to ensure neither title overshadows the other.
Read more: Take-Two Ensures GTA 6 and Borderlands 4 Have Separate Release Windows (GameSpot)
November 4, 2024
⚫︎ A former Rockstar designer has stirred excitement by claiming that GTA 6 will surpass expectations and set a new standard for the franchise with its realism and gameplay.
Read more: GTA 6 Set to Raise the Bar with Unprecedented Realism
September 15, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two's CEO has reaffirmed the 2025 release target for GTA 6, but a former Rockstar developer suggested that the final decision might not be made until mid-2025.
Read more: GTA 6 Release Decision Expected Mid-2025, CEO Reiterates 2025 Target (X)
August 10, 2024
⚫︎ Strauss Zelnick has made it clear that GTA 6 won't be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch, emphasizing Take-Two's strategy of premium pricing for their flagship titles.
Read more: No GTA 6 on Xbox Game Pass at Launch, Says Take-Two CEO (PCGamesN)
July 23, 2024
⚫︎ Obbe Vermeij, a former Rockstar developer, urged fans to temper their expectations for GTA 6, citing limitations in current technology that may not allow for a revolutionary leap similar to those seen in GTA 3 or GTA 4.
Read more: Former Rockstar Developer Advises Fans to Lower GTA 6 Expectations (Screenrant)
May 22, 2024
⚫︎ Rockstar Games is committed to delivering a "perfect" GTA 6 experience, with development continuing to ensure the 2025 release date is met.
Read more: Rockstar's Pursuit of Perfection for GTA 6 Continues
May 20, 2024
⚫︎ Take-Two Interactive's financial report has set a fall 2025 release window for GTA 6, though the company acknowledges that further delays might occur based on development needs.
Read more: GTA 6 Targeted for Fall 2025 Release, Delays Possible
2023
December 5, 2023
⚫︎ The GTA 6 trailer broke YouTube records, becoming the most-viewed non-music video in 24 hours with over 90 million views, outpacing MrBeast's previous record and earning the highest number of likes for a game trailer on its first day.
Read more: GTA 6 Trailer Shatters YouTube Records (Forbes)
⚫︎ After much anticipation, Rockstar Games unveiled the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, marking a significant moment for the iconic franchise.
Read more: Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 1 Released by Rockstar Games (Rockstar Games)
